Travel ni Donna

Sandbanks Provincial Park has one of the finest beach in Ontario.  This beautiful beach is located just about two and a half hours car ride from Toronto.  West Lake beach (day use) is open to general public from mid-May to early November all year-round. You'll see the distinction of the whole road trip from city to rural areas.  From dense residential areas, to tall buildings, to heavy traffic, to the county: lush greenery is always a welcome change to see!  The trek in highway 401 a.k.a. McDonald Cartier Freeway is a breeze especially with the green scenic views up ahead, and left & right.  That is if you appreciate nature, not the long and boring car ride! Would love to run up in the meadows! PIT STOP: George's Fish & Chips We ordered hotdogs, fish n' chips and bacon burger to take to the beach. YUM!  The guy from the food truck ask how many people we were.  And had a funny, surprised look when I said just two.  Of course, we'll eat the ...

WASAGA BEACH A quick getaway to Wasaga Beach, about an hour and a half north of Toronto.  Perfect place to bring family and friends for picnic and swimming.    You'll notice that food we brought are all store-bought, as we left Toronto in a hurry (about 5:00PM) because this quick road trip was not planned.  We just go when we feel like it, and I find that it is more feasible than planning a daytrip somewhere! LOL. We were greeted with a country side that is super laidback, with lush greenery as far as the eye can see.  Definitely a welcome change to the fast-paced way of life of a Torontonian. Lush greenery and that striking red barn, spells amazing countryside to me! We always go to Niagara Falls , as it is a short drive as well from Toronto, and lots of attractions to keep the whole family entertained, but if you are looking for some rest and relaxation, Wasaga is the place to be!  Click Niagara Falls to see my video. The beach was clean and kind of peace...